LAKE FOREST, Ill. -- Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent has signed a two-year extension, the team announced Wednesday.

Financial terms were not disclosed but a source told ESPN that Bagent will receive $10 million in the deal and can earn up to $16 million with incentives.

Bagent, 25, was entering the final season of his rookie contract and was set to become a restricted free agent after the Bears' 2025 campaign. The former undrafted product from Division II Shepherd University has been the backup quarterback in Chicago since 2023.

Bagent turned in a strong preseason performance against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday night, completing 13 of 22 passes for 196 yards and a touchdown in Chicago's 38-0 win. Despite adding veteran Case Keenum this offseason, Bagent held down his posi

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